Easy Cheesy Meatball Subs Recipe
These Cheesy Meatball Subs are the ultimate comfort food, filled with tender homemade meatballs, rich marinara, and gooey melted cheese, all nestled in a toasted hoagie roll. Easy enough for weeknight dinners and impressive enough for game day or gatherings, this Italian-American favorite is hearty, satisfying, and completely customizable.Whether you're feeding your family or hosting a crowd, these subs will hit the spot every time.
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup grated onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¾ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the sauce and assembly:
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 4 hoagie or sub rolls
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices provolone cheese optional
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp butter optional, for toasting rolls
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the meatballs
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Roll into 1–1.5 inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cook the meatballs
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
- Alternatively, pan-fry in a skillet over medium heat, turning to brown all sides.
Simmer in marinara
- In a large saucepan, bring marinara sauce to a simmer.
- Add cooked meatballs and simmer for 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld.
Prepare the rolls
- Split rolls open without cutting all the way through.
- (Optional) Brush with butter and toast in the oven for 3–5 minutes until lightly crisp.
Assemble the subs
- Spoon meatballs and sauce into each roll.
- Top with mozzarella and provolone cheese.
- Place under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
Serve
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.